Platypuses in the wild

Dawn or dusk are the best times to look for platypuses – here are just three locations where you may be lucky enough to spot one.

BYRON BAY, NEW SOUTH WALES Join an environmental scientist on a Vision Walks excursion to spot platypuses. bit.ly/platypuswalk

MACKAY, QUEENSLAND Broken River in Eungella National Park is one of the best places to see platypus. bit.ly/eungellanp

BURNIE, TASMANIA Enjoy the opportunity to take photographs on the Fernglade platypus trail. bit.ly/fernglade